Psalms 71:2
Save me, rescue me, because you always do what is right.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
Deliver me in thy righteousness, and cause me to escape: incline thine ear unto me, and save me.
In Context
1Lord, you are the one who keeps me safe; please don't disappoint me.
Cross References
Psalms 10:17Lord, you have heard the longing cries of those who are suffering. You will encourage them, for you will listen to them.
Psalms 17:6God, I call out to you because I know you will answer; please listen carefully to what I have to say.
Psalms 31:2Please listen to me, and be quick to rescue me. Be my rock of protection, my strong fortress of safety.
Psalms 43:1God, please vindicate me! Plead my case against an unfaithful nation; save me from these wicked and dishonest people.
Psalms 143:1Lord, please hear my prayer. Because you are faithful, please listen to my appeal for mercy. Answer me because you do what is right!
Daniel 9:16So Lord, because you are so good, please turn away from your anger and fury against Jerusalem, your holy mountain. Because of our sins and those of our forefathers, Jerusalem and your people are mocked by all our neighbors.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 71:2-14
David Professes His Confidence in God; Believing Prayers. 1 In thee, O Lord , do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion. 2 Deliver me in thy righteousness, and cause me to escape: incline thine ear unto me, and save me. 3 Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress. 4 Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man. 5 For thou art my hope, O Lord God :… Read the whole commentary →